Question 1

what can be done for a swollen throat?

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Throat closing: Could be more serious. Seek immediate medical attention.

Question 2

please tell me how to help a swollen throat?

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From inside or outsi: Swollen is  throat or neck  ?. Throat ones' are from infections like tonsils, pharyngitis spine abscess pointing into mouth and throat from behind, lymphnodes in front of spines -into throat when infected, back of tongue swellings -like abscess, tumour.  Neck swell.Can be from skin abscesses, thyroid swellings, lymphnode swellings -infections to cancers, laryngitis.Caries tooth can cause lymph node sw.

Question 3

im having a red swollen throat.

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Cold: Hello, it sounds like you have the common cold. It may be helpful to take otc meds for your symptoms. Review your symptoms with your pharmacist. He/she can make suggestions  to help. If your symptoms persist beyond 5-7 days, see your family doctor.

Question 4

what can cause swollen throat glands?

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?swollen neck glands: Viral or strep infection of the throat are the most common cause of bilateral swollen neck lymph glands. Swelling of glands on only one side or in the absence of a throat infection raises questions of other causes like lymphoma, leukemia, etc.

Question 5

are there any ways to treat swollen throat with home remedies or over-the-counter drugs?

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Swollen glands: If you mean swollen glands, ie, a sore throat with swelling of the lymph nodes in the neck, otc pain relievers like tylenol, (acetaminophen) advil or Aleve can help the pain of the glands and throat, and lozenges can ease the soreness of the raw throat. Irrigating with saline solution as in the sinus rinse kit can also help the soreness due to drainage, especially if you raise your head and let it run down inside.

Question 6

what could cause a sore and swollen throat?

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Strept throat: Streptococcal tonsillitis is the most likely cause in young people.  Mononucleosis and other viral sore throats are common, too.  Cancer should be considered in adults over 40, especially smokers.

Question 7

i have sore swollen throat. should i go for a covid test?

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Yes, get tested: It is important that exactly people like you get tested, so that we can learn of people with just minor "throat  symptoms " like yours may actually have a mild case of Covid19.  It also let's you know whether you need to keep a full quarantine.  You are absolutely correct that it may be nothing, but combine the fact you were exposed with mild symptoms-that equals get tested!

Question 8

have a swollen throat no pain?

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Breathing problem?: If yes, rush to the ER now especially if you have trouble swallowing or talking also.

Question 9

i have a swollen throat what should i do?

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Depends on details: Doctor can examine. Throat symptoms often are from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or flu (antibiotics usually not used), or from some other cause such as allergies, irritants, or stomach acid reflux. Usually, a person sees the doctor if throat symptoms are bothersome, recurrent, or don't go away quickly. Rapid mouth, tongue, or throat swelling is a "call 911" emergency.

Question 10

how can i cure a swollen throat instantly?

Accepted Answer

Try salt water: 1.  Salt water gargles
2. Tylenol
3.  Most importantly, time!

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